Septuagenarian with two prosthetic cardiac valves undergoes double-valve replacement procedure in Chennai
The HinduA 71-year-old patient with a complex history of cardiovascular issues has successfully undergone TRIC valve implantation, a procedure that involves placing two prosthetic valves in the heart, at Apollo Hospital, Chennai. As traditional surgery posed too great a risk due to his frail condition and multiple comorbidities, the team led by Refai Showkathali, senior interventional cardiology consultant, opted for the pinhole TRIC valve approach. “This innovative technique involves placing bioprosthetic valves in the major veins leading to the heart via small pinhole procedure in the groin, significantly reducing surgical risks and recovery time,” the release said. “Compared to traditional open-heart surgery, the TRIC valve procedure allows for quicker recovery times and less discomfort, enabling patients to return to their daily activities much faster,” Dr. Showkathali was quoted saying.
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